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Digital Waste Tracking by ISB Global

Digital Waste
Tracking.
Built by people
who know waste.

Capture, validate and submit Digital Waste Tracking data from spreadsheets, weighbridges, waste-management systems and ERP platforms through a single governed process.

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TRACE connects weighbridge, ERP, waste-system, spreadsheet and manual-entry data to Digital Waste Tracking through connect, map, validate and govern stages
✓Original DWTintegration provider
✓25+ yearswaste technology
✓UK product& support
✓Standalonesolution
✓WR1waste & recycling software
Official software compatibilityListed by Defra. Ready for DWT.
Verify on GOV.UK

The real DWT challenge

The API is the last 1%.
Operational waste data
is the other 99%.

Submitting a record to the DWT API is simple. Preparing accurate, complete and compliant data across multiple systems, sites and processes is hard.

TRACE solves the 99%.Explore the platform

Where data comes from

▱Weighbridges
◉ERP systems
♻Waste software
▦Spreadsheets
✎Manual entry

The data challenges

!Missing data
!Incorrect codes
!Different formats
!Failed validations
!Multi-site inconsistency
!Audit evidence
TRACE does the 99%
TRACE by ISB Global

The operational data engine for DWT

↗ConnectIntegrate systems and sources
⌖MapStandardise and enrich data
◇ValidateApply rules and check accuracy
▥GovernManage roles and compliance
▤MonitorTrack performance and exceptions
✎CorrectFix issues and resubmit
✓Trusted, accurate, audit-ready dataComplete · Consistent · Compliant · Traceable Live validation

The final 1%

♛DWTAPI submission
  • Submit record
  • Receive confirmation
  • Audit retained
  • Compliance achieved
Record accepted
◉Anyone can connect to the API.Getting the data right is what matters.
◎Fewer rejectionsGet it right first time
◷Save timeReduce manual rework
◇Reduce riskStay compliant and audit ready
▥Built for what’s nextStage 2 and the wider journey

Why TRACE

The software is only part of the decision.

Any compatible platform can submit data to Digital Waste Tracking. The bigger questions are whether your data is accurate, the process is reliable and the right support is there when you need it.

01

Accuracy

Get the data right.

TRACE validates, governs and monitors operational waste data before it reaches the DWT service.

Waste record WR-0247Needs attentionReady
  • Waste classification!✓
  • Receiving site✓
  • Movement date!✓
Validation before submissionControlled data qualityClear audit history
02

Reliability

Built for business critical compliance.

See what is ready, what needs attention and what has been submitted through one controlled route to DWT.

Live submission statusAll sites
247 records
245 Ready2 Need attention99.2% Data ready
Submission monitoringException managementControlled resubmission
03

Support

People who understand waste.

ISB Global specialists support your readiness, implementation and long-term operation with more than 25 years of waste technology experience.

1Understand
2Prepare
3Implement
4Support
DWT readiness guidanceImplementation supportWaste industry expertise
Start standalone. Integrate when you need to.

TRACE works independently as a complete DWT solution, or alongside your weighbridge, ERP, spreadsheets and existing waste-management software.

If your requirements grow, TRACE can connect with WR1 (Waste & Recycling One)

◫1 October 2026DWT goes live for waste receiving sites in England & Wales.
◎One site or fiftyStandardise data, validation and reporting across all facilities.
⌘One system or tenConnect the systems you already use. No rip and replace.
◇Built for what’s nextPrepared for Stage 2 and the wider digital waste journey.
▥More than complianceTurn accurate, auditable data into operational insight and value.

There is starting to be more and more social media attention around Digital Waste Tracking (DWT) and, as expected, there now appears a multitude of offerings ranging from digital marketers and app builders all the way through to people like ISB Global who really have been “at this game” for 20 years.

I’ve worked with them now for 17 years and they’ve never let me down, so whichever way you and your waste business tackle DWT, at least give this offering a look before you decide.

It’s built on experience, and experience of fully integrated waste systems on a SAP pedigree.

I’m a “waste lifer” who is independent but sees a lot of different paths in this industry and thinks this is worth a look.

So why is getting DWT right more difficult than simply connecting to the API? ↓

Manual reporting?

The spreadsheet is free.
The administration is not.

Manual reporting takes time, people and focus away from your core business. TRACE removes the repetitive burden and gives you back control.

◷Save hoursEliminate repetitive administration.
◇Reduce riskImprove accuracy and audit readiness.
▥Stay in controlSee what is ready and what needs attention.

Manual with spreadsheets

▦Days to prepare reports
!Higher risk of errors
○Dependent on key people
□Difficult to prove and audit
VS

Automated with TRACE

ϟReports in seconds
◇Validated and accurate
♧Built for teams and continuity
✓Audit ready by design
Less manual work.More control. Lower risk.

TRACE turns scattered operational data into a controlled DWT process. It validates records, manages exceptions and retains the evidence, so your team can submit with confidence.

See TRACE in action

Choose your route

What does your
operation look like?

There is no single route to DWT. Choose the starting point that best describes your business.

Direct routeReport without TRACE

Manual Reporting

Use Defra’s prescribed spreadsheet template and submit directly to the Report Receipt of Waste service. The spreadsheet is free; the administration is not.

Can TRACE work with my setup?TRACE is not required for this route. Your team manages the prescribed workbook and submission process directly.
Do I need to replace anything?No. But the prescribed template, validation, monitoring, corrections and audit evidence still need managing.
Why is this route good for me?
  • No TRACE software licence
  • Direct route for low volumes
  • Use Defra’s prescribed template
  • Understand the administration before deciding
See how we implement ↓

How TRACE works

One platform across
the entire waste journey.

TRACE captures operational data from your existing processes, validates it, applies governance and prepares it for Digital Waste Tracking without replacing the systems you already use.

1Producer

Waste created

  • Source recorded
  • Waste identified
2Inbound

Waste received

  • Waste received
  • Weight captured
  • Carrier recorded
3Processing

Waste processed

  • Material processed
  • EWC recorded
  • Outcome captured
4Outbound

Waste dispatched

  • Destination recorded
  • Transfer documented
5DWT submission

Submitted to DWT

  • Data validated
  • Submission accepted
  • Audit record created
✓Data accepted by DWTCompliant. Auditable. Trusted.

Real TRACE software

See your DWT position clearly.

The TRACE dashboard gives authorised teams a practical view of submissions, successful records, failures, retries, facility activity and the reports that need attention.

TRACE Digital Waste Tracking dashboard showing regulatory submission position, submission status, facility tracker and recent activity

TRACE Lite dashboard. Facility names have been obscured in the supplied product image.

How we implement

Get up and running, with the right support.

1
Understand

Your sites, systems, users and current data.

2
Prepare

Map data, identify gaps and agree the reporting route.

3
Configure & Test

Connect, validate and run real-world scenarios.

4
Go Live & Support

Monitor submissions, manage exceptions and provide ongoing guidance.

DWT timeline

Know when Digital Waste
Tracking applies to you.

A phased rollout across the UK to make waste reporting simpler, more consistent and fully digital.
NOW
Public beta

Public Beta & Preparation

01 OCT 2026
Mandatory

England & Wales

41 days remaining
01 JAN 2027
Planned

Scotland & Northern Ireland

SPRING 2027
Public beta

Waste Collectors

OCT 2027
Planned

Carriers, Brokers & Dealers

The commercial decision

DWT compliance is the requirement.
Experience is the decision.

There are now dozens of software products capable of connecting to Digital Waste Tracking. An API connection alone does not tell you whether a platform can work with your sites, systems, processes and people.

For more than 25 years, ISB Global has built technology around waste, recycling, logistics, materials and environmental operations. TRACE is listed on GOV.UK as compatible software and is backed by the same team behind WR1.

Defra listed25+ yearsTRACE + WR1
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TRACE knowledge hub

Practical guidance, not deadline noise.

Educational content to help waste operators understand Digital Waste Tracking, assess data readiness and choose the right route to compliance.

Official guidance

Digital Waste Tracking Explained

Understand what DWT is, why it is being introduced and what it means for waste operators.

01
Checklist

DWT Checklist for Waste Receiving Sites

A practical readiness checklist covering data, processes and reporting requirements.

02
Guide

What Data Does DWT Require?

The key information operators need to capture and prepare for DWT submissions.

03
Guide

DWT and Weighbridges

Learn how existing weighbridge systems can support DWT without replacement.

04
Guide

DWT for Multi-Site Operators

Managing data consistency, reporting and compliance across multiple locations.

05
Comparison

Spreadsheet vs API Reporting

Compare implementation effort, automation and scalability.

06
Buyer's guide

How to Choose DWT Software

The questions every waste operator should ask before selecting a solution.

07
Guide

When DWT Submissions Fail

Common causes of failed submissions and how to avoid them.

08

Questions, answered

DWT essentials.

The practical answers waste operators need before choosing their route to Digital Waste Tracking.

Digital Waste Tracking (DWT) is the UK’s new digital service for recording and reporting information about waste movements. It is being introduced to improve the quality, consistency and traceability of waste data across the UK.

Have a DWT question?

Talk it through with a waste-software specialist.

Share how your sites, systems and waste processes work today. We’ll help you identify the most practical route to Digital Waste Tracking.

✓ 25+ years waste technology✓ UK product and support✓ Standalone or integrated

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